Rapper-Funded Contemporary Womenswear Lines

Maisie Wilen's Inaugural Capsule is Funded by Kanye

One of the first style-forward activations, which is realized through Kanye West's fashion incubator program, is a contemporary womenswear collection by Maisie Schloss — the "first protégé."

The capsule launched at an exclusive event in Los Angeles under a newly founded label which goes by the name Maisie Wilen. The range embraces colors, prints and experimental silhouettes in a very elegant manner. Individuals can get a closer look at the contemporary womenswear collection by referencing a neon, blurry lookbooks which was shot by Sam Massey.

Kanye West identifies Chicago-born Schloss to have "a strong perspective." The first launch is tied to the Pre-Spring 2020 season. There are 27 distinct styles that are very versatile in their expression, allowing for individuals to flexibility in design and outfit arrangement.

Photo Credits: Sam Massey

Rapper-funded Womenswear Collections
Opportunity for rappers to invest in and support emerging designers to create contemporary womenswear lines.
Fashion Incubator Programs
Potential for fashion incubator programs to foster collaborations between established artists and emerging designers.
Colorful and Experimental Silhouettes
Growing trend of embracing bold colors, prints, and innovative silhouettes in contemporary womenswear.

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Fashion
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SCORE
6.3 out of 10
GENDER
10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 98%
Activity 83%
Freshness 9%

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